We use digital radiography and ultrasound, in-house and outside laboratories and our clinical experience to arrive at a diagnosis. Once we have arrived at a diagnosis, we will offer you all the treatment options available and the prognosis. With difficult decisions, we’ll offer you advice on what we’d do if it was our pet.

Dermatology

Skin and ear problems are one of the most common reasons for veterinary visits. Fortunately, most of these pets can be easily treated. If a skin or ear problem becomes chronic, we have a variety of testing methods and treatments available. Our integrative approach helps us to address these problems from several angles.

TTA (Tibial Tuberosity Advancement)

Anterior Cruciate ligament tears effect one million dogs annually in the US. The TTA surgery is a newer procedure that has produced excellent results in most dogs. Both Dr. Whalen and Dr. Bauer perform this procedure at LePar Animal Hospital. We prefer this procedure in larger dogs to both the Lateral Fabellar surgery and the TPLO.

Cancer

What is cancer? Simply stated, cancer is abnormal cell growth. Because the cells are a natural part of the body, many immune systems fail to recognize abnormal growth as a problem and, therefore, do not eliminate it. Healthy immune systems are capable of keeping cell growth in check. Holistically thinking, cancer is the ultimate failure of immune function.

What are my options for cancer treatment?

Traditional cancer therapy revolves around three basic options: Surgery (cutting it out), chemotherapy (poisoning it out), and/or radiation (burning it out). The prognosis for survival with these options ranges from minimal to complete cure and depends on the cancers type, location, and if the cancer has metastasized.

There are also alternative therapies to offer whole body support through diet and supplements to provide immune boosting, anti-oxidant/free-radical support, to increase natural killer cells, and promote cancer cell apoptosis (death).

At LePar we offer you a variety of both traditional and alternative options to help combat cancer and improve overall quality of life. We recommend scheduling an appointment with Dr. Bauer for traditional therapies (Chemotherapy) or one of our Integrative veterinarians for alternative therapies. With most of our Chemotherapy patients we incorporate diet changes. Our goal is to provide the therapies that are best for your pet and our doctors work closely together to combine our knowledge whether you choose traditional or alternative options.

For information on traditional cancer trials at universities and some veterinary specialty centers please visit vetcancertrials.org

Dentistry

Long a neglected area of pet health care, prophylactic cleaning of teeth prevents gum diseases, halitosis, tooth loss and serious organ infections. LePar has a full regimen of treatment for dental care including routine ultrasonic dental scaling and polishing to the use of a high-speed drill for complicated extractions and other dental procedures. LePar Animal Hospital offers a variety of options to help promote and maintain your pet’s dental health at home.

We also offer digital dental radiology as a part of our comprehensive dental care and treatment. Just as your dentist takes radiographs of your teeth, dental radiology also allows veterinarians the opportunity to look beyond the obvious and better examine teeth and their supporting structures below the gumline – exposing hidden, and often undiagnosed, problems.

Anesthesia

A full array of the safest injectable and inhalable anesthetic agents available are routinely used in the surgery areas. All patients undergoing major surgical procedures are routinely monitored by continuous electrocardiogram, pulse oximetry and endtidal carbon dioxide measurements.

Radiology and Ultrasound

X-Ray facilities on the premises enable us to conduct studies from the routine (chest and bone films) to the sophisticated (contrast radiography). LePar Animal Hospital offers the diagnostic advantage of digital radiography. We also offer ultrasonography.

Senior Care

We all know our pets age faster than we do, that is why LePar Animal Hospital offers pets 7 and older a comprehensive program to identify potential liver, kidney, heart and hormonal problems in older pets before they become serious. Arthritis is a painful but all too common affliction in older pets that we combat with a variety of therapies, supplements and medications to make sure your pet remains as pain-free and mobile as possible.

Laboratory

Pharmacy

A complete inventory of the latest pharmaceuticals, prescription diets and supplements are always on hand to help our staff implement therapies for your pet.

Online Store

For your convenience, LePar has an online store to provide you with and even greater range of prescription and non-prescription items for your pet.

Boarding

Reservations are required for boarding. Holidays and summer days book up well in advance so be sure to make your reservations early. As an added convenience, many guest services can be performed while your pet is visiting us (examinations, teeth cleanings, nail trims, clip-all-overs, ear cleanings, grooming, adjustments acupuncture and blood testing).

Even surgeries can be done while your pet is our guest. Please schedule any of these services when making your initial boarding reservation. For the safety of all pets under our care, we require that all vaccinations be current and that your pet has tested negative on a fecal sample within 12 months. Daily dog walking services are available.

Grooming

LePar Animal Hospital is proud to offer full service grooming 4 days a week. Please talk to our staff about setting up an appointment.

Emergencies

24-hour emergency care is available for your pet. During routine office hours, any critically sick or injured pet will be seen immediately by our staff. After office hours please contact one of the animal emergency clinics listed on our Emergency Contact page. These fully staffed facility will provide quality emergency care for your sick or injured pet.